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Unit 2 Lesson 1
Physical Geography of the United States & Canada
Term | Definition |
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Physical Geography | Earth's natural geographic features such as landforms, bodies of water, climate, soil, and plant life. |
Appalachian Mountains | The main mountain range in the eastern United States. |
Great Lakes | Largest group of freshwater lakes in the world. They are also an important waterway for trade between the United States & Canada. |
Mississippi River | The largest and most important river in North America |
Tributary | A smaller stream or river that flows into a larger stream or river. |
Rocky Mountains | The most rugged mountains in the United States. They are located in the West and extend all the way up into Canada. |
Continental Divide | A line of high mountain peaks that divide the flow of rivers toward opposite ends of the continent. |
Climate | long time pattern of weather in a particular area. |
Natural Rsources | Materials from the Earth that are used to support people's life & meet their needs. |
Natural Hazard | An extreme event that happens naturally and causes harm to humans |
St. Lawrence River | Links the great lakes to the Atlantic Ocean |
Canadian Shield | Covers almost half of Canada, it is a region of rocky uplands, lakes, and swamps. |
Niagara Falls | Waterfalls located on the Niagara river between the Canadian province of Ontario and New York. |